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The symbol "K" for potassium comes from the Latin word "kalium," which refers to potash, a substance from which potassium was originally derived. The letter "K" is used in the Periodic Table to represent potassium due to its historical roots in alchemical traditions. This nomenclature reflects the element's connection to its mineral origins and helps distinguish it from other elements.

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